Laurel Young Professionals (LYP) is a Chamber initiative serving those young in age and young in career. LYP is a group of young professionals under the common goal of creating an organization that provides emphasis on personal, civic and professional development for local professionals between the ages of 21-40 in the London- Laurel County Area. LYP provides a place for young professionals in Lau
rel County to come together and build trust and rapport among their peers and participate in community-based events. We know we are only as strong as our professional network, and only as successful as the community in which we live and work. Through networking, professional development, and philanthropy, LYP’s goal is to work to promote the next generation of leaders and improve the quality of life in Laurel County. Our mission as the Laurel Young Professionals is to be dedicated to our members' professional & personal development increasing intellectual, financial, emotional, physical, and well-being through networking and community. We hold networking events quarterly at different local event spaces to grow our network and expand our knowledge through our guest speakers. We host after hour events to unwind and mingle with our peers as well as network with other surrounding Young Professional Associations throughout the year. There are opportunities to get involved in collective community projects and charity work. SEMINARS & WORKSHOPS
LYP strives to find top-notch presenters and keynote speakers for our Events. Helpful training through seminars and workshops has always been an emphasis of our Chamber, and we will strive to determine what our members need most and continuously improve on meeting these needs. RIBBON CUTTINGS, GRAND OPENINGS & OPEN HOUSES
The Chamber has conducted hundreds of ribbon cuttings, grand openings, open houses, and other special business events for local businesses. LYP is a part of the London-Laurel Chamber of Commerce so not only will your audience for these features have the support of the LYP, but in addition the chamber board and chamber members so more exposure! These statistics speak highly of the opportunity that exists here within our city and county. Contact Abby Harris 606-312-9864 to schedule a ribbon cutting ceremony or grand opening for the opening of a new business, a relocation, a renovation, or the addition of a new location! SPONSORSHIP & ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES
As a member of LYP, there are a number of exclusive sponsorship & advertising offers that are available to you. Advertise your business for free on our LYP page. Members also have the opportunity to sponsor a networking event or fundraiser event to help provide visibility and networking opportunities for your business. PERSONAL CONTACT FOR BUSINESS START UP & DEVELOPMENT
America’s SBDC-KY is Kentucky’s Small Business Development Center and we have the contact for business planning, business coaching, business training, and business resources. The SBDC is a free service. They have access to all programs and grants that your business is applicable for. NETWORKING
The Chamber has a number of programs and functions throughout the year that afford members the opportunity to meet other business professionals in the London/Laurel County area. They want to do business with you as much as you want to do business with them! These are typically the “Who’s Who” of businesses locally and we strongly encourage you to get out and meet other Chamber members; we see very positive results coming out of these networking opportunities every day.
